Purple Smyrna Fig

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hoosierquilt

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Posted 1349823461	Reply with quote #1

Is this fig actually self-fertile, like most figs, or is it part of the calimyrna fig group requiring caprification? __________________ Patty S. Vista, CA USDA 10a/Sunset 23- "Best Weather in the USA"

hblta

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Posted 1349823605	Reply with quote #2

smyrna figs require caprification __________________ ************* Grant Kitchener Ontario Canada Z5b

hoosierquilt

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Posted 1349824435	Reply with quote #3

I think you're misunderstanding my question: I have been told that the Purple Smyrna fig is NOT part of the calimyrna fig group. That is is self-fertile. I am asking if others who grow the Purple Smyrna fig can attest to this. I know it has "Smyrna" in it's name. I do live in California, and probably have the fig wasp around, just not sure how "around" it is. And, I believe? I cannot plant caprifigs in my yard, either. So, I'll ask again, for those that grow this fig, is it self-fertile? __________________ Patty S. Vista, CA USDA 10a/Sunset 23- "Best Weather in the USA"

Gina

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Posted 1349824771	Reply with quote #4

http://figs4fun.com/Varieties.html PURPLE SMYRNA DESCRIPTION Small fig, purplish-black skin with strawberry flesh, rich flavor. Good fresh or dried. 100 hours. Self-fruitful. (025) http://figs4fun.com/Thumbnail_Purple_Smyrna.html __________________ WillsC's new fig forum: http://www.Ourfigs.com (and blueberries)

hoosierquilt

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Posted 1349825665	Reply with quote #5

This is my exact suspicion. I know DWN well, have about 65 of their trees in my yard :-) Also, if you look on Encanto's site under Descriptions, the same information is listed. So, hopefully those that grow this fig can confirm?? __________________ Patty S. Vista, CA USDA 10a/Sunset 23- "Best Weather in the USA"

pitangadiego

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Posted 1349827155	Reply with quote #6

Yes/No. The Purple Smyrna I have came from Exotica. It fruits there, but may have wasps available, so not conclusive. Mine has not fruited yet. The fruit shown on the DWN site does not look like the one from Exotica. It actually looks more like BT, which is definitely not what the one from Exotica is. Bottom line, do not have definitive info, yet. __________________ Encanto Farms Nursery http://encantofarms.com http://figs4fun.com http://webebananas.com "pitangadiego" everywhere

hoosierquilt

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Posted 1349827313	Reply with quote #7

Thanks. Mine is also from Exotica. So, guess we'll see if mine fruits or not. I do have about 8 other fig varieties, and some wild figs growing in the neighborhood. So, maybe I'll get figs. Thanks for the info! __________________ Patty S. Vista, CA USDA 10a/Sunset 23- "Best Weather in the USA"

dmartin

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Posted 1349829305	Reply with quote #8

Hi Patty, Want to say welcome to the forum. Just saw on the front page that you are one of the newest members. Glad that you are here! __________________ Doug :) Zone 7A Wish list: That all my figs will produce a bumper crop next summer!

hoosierquilt

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Posted 1349829716	Reply with quote #9

Thanks, Doug, appreciate the warm welcome! I am in Encanto Farms' "backyard" here in N. San Diego county, and a CRFG member. Have several different fig varieties right now: Panachee (excellent fig) VdB Peter's Honey RdB Brown Turkey Flanders Love figs, never had a fresh one until I bought this property 3 years ago, and of course fell in love with them!! So, slowly adding a few varieties, and trying to find excellent tasting varieties that will stay small. In dealing with my over-grown Panchee, this has become more of an issue! __________________ Patty S. Vista, CA USDA 10a/Sunset 23- "Best Weather in the USA"

pitangadiego

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Posted 1349834363	Reply with quote #10

Patty, learn to prune, and then prune some more. I usually take 10 feet off my Panache every season. Come for a visit some Saturday and you can see. __________________ Encanto Farms Nursery http://encantofarms.com http://figs4fun.com http://webebananas.com "pitangadiego" everywhere

hoosierquilt

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Posted 1349838896	Reply with quote #11

pitanga, I'm a Master Gardener :-) I wield a pair of Felcos with the best. We "inherited" this overgrown, but gorgeous Panachee fig when we bought our house 3 years ago. This particular fig loves our climate, and is VERY vigorous. So yes, I'll be taking 10' off of it again this season. But, I'd love to come down and see your place. I'm always up for a pruning session! __________________ Patty S. Vista, CA USDA 10a/Sunset 23- "Best Weather in the USA"

vangogh

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Posted 1420918007	Reply with quote #12

Hello, I am new to this forum. Also, this would be the first fig plant that I would be planting. I recently (12/26/2014) purchased a purple smyrna from Exoctica. I was told that it is self fruitful. I was wondering if other members who purchased it in the past have had any success with it. Thanks, vangogh

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